Live Webinar: Optimizing Telemedicine for Foot and Ankle Specialist-Program and CME Materials

Program and CME Materials

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This document provides information on a webinar titled "Optimizing Telemedicine for Foot and Ankle Specialists" organized by the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS). The webinar is designed for experienced foot and ankle surgeons, generalist orthopaedic surgeons, post-residency fellows, residents, and allied health professionals in foot and ankle care.<br /><br />The webinar will cover various topics related to optimizing the telemedicine experience for both patients and clinicians. Speakers will discuss regulatory aspects of telemedicine, improving the clinical exam, utilizing support staff to improve clinic efficiency, and tips for commonly used telemedicine interfaces. The agenda includes presentations by Dr. Jason Bariteau, Dr. Sameh Labib, Dr. Daniel Guss, and Dr. Christopher Gross.<br /><br />The webinar is provided free to AOFAS members and orthopaedic residents/fellows, with funding from the Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Foundation. Major grants are provided by Arthrex, Inc., and additional funding is provided by Wright Medical Group N.V.<br /><br />The webinar offers 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for physicians, and participants will receive CME certificates upon completion of the program. The educational activity is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).<br /><br />The document also includes disclosures of potential conflicts of interest for the speakers and planners involved in the webinar. Attendees are advised to consult the FDA for clearance status of drugs or medical devices demonstrated during the webinar.<br /><br />Overall, the webinar aims to address the educational needs of foot and ankle specialists regarding the optimization of telemedicine in their practice, with a focus on improving patient experience, diagnostic accuracy, and regulatory compliance.

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